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GENERAL OVERVIEW
This 3COM OfficeConnect switch is considered my best. It has simple yet effective design and so easy to use and configure: just plug the cables and it is on. It is very useful for home networks and small business networks, as it can connect up to 5 computers with the 10/100 Mbits per second speed.
FEATURES
Five autosensing ports automatically detect the speed of the attached device to maximize network performance With plug-and-play installation and no configuration needed, the switch fits easily into your unmanaged network Full-duplex feature supports two-way data transfer, doubling the effective bandwidth of the network Compact, fanless design ensures quiet operation in small office spaces Connectors at rear help reduce cable clutter FCC Class B switch is approved for use in small office and home office environments
SPECIFICATIONS
Total ports: 5 autosensing 10/100 Ethernet Media interfaces: 10/100BASE-TX, RJ-45 Ethernet switching features: Store-and-forward; full-/half-duplex autonegotiation Height: 2.4 cm (1 in) Width: 22 cm (8.7 in) Depth: 13.5 cm (5.3 in)
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
1. Front Panel The switch contains 6 LEDs in the front
1.a. Power LED Indicates that the switch is powered or not
1.b. Five Port Status LEDs If the LED is on, the link between the port and the device is ok. This LED has different functionality as it is transform from green or yellow from stable or flashy to indicate certain connection type and activity. If the led is green, then the connection is 100Mbps, if yellow then it is 10Mbps. If it is flash green or yellow then there is data being transmitted. And if the led is off, then there is no device connected to this port.
2. Rear View
2.a. Adapter Socket To connect your power adapter to the switch
2.b. Uplink/Normal Switch This is a small button beside the 5th port, it affects the 5th port only as you can choose the connection type for the 5th port to be either uplink or normal.
2.c. Five ports These are the ports you will use to connect networking devices to.
SUPPORT
3COM provides support services on it website and there is local dealer or 3COM store in almost all over the world, so you can ensure that you will get the support needed.
PRICE
It is a good value for money product, as it is very durable. I am using my switch for 3 years now without any problems faced.
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